#525667 Cardiac Sonographer (ECHO)Technologist

Department of Cardiology

Calvary Mater Newcastle

Permanent Part-Time

Looking to apply and expand your Cardiac Technologist knowledge in a Public Hospital setting?

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Cardiac Technologists with strong communication, problem solving to join a leading health care provider in Newcastle, NSW.

• Permanent Part-Time, 32 hours per week
• Salary Classification: Cardiac Technologist Grade 2 Year 1-3
• Remuneration: $49.50 – 54.77 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options

THE ROLE:

The Cardiac Technologist is responsible for performing Echocardiograms on inpatients and outpatients at Calvary Mater Newcastle (CMN) and provides preliminary reports on studies.

DUTIES:

• Compile interim reports for Cardiologist review.
• Manage and prioritise workload in a high demand environment.
• Perform cardiac echos whilst ensuring person centre care delivery.

 Learn more about our community and services here!

ABOUT YOU:

• Diploma of Medical Ultrasound (Cardiac) or equivalent and current ASAR (Australian Sonographer Accreditation Registry) accreditation as a fully qualified sonographer.
• Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent as per the award.
• A desire to join a team committed to the care of others in a mission-based organisation.
• Effectively communicate emergency findings to the Director of Cardiology or Cardiologist on call.
• Demonstrated ability to perform echocardiographic studies and report finding as an interim report.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills, with the ability to transcribe data accurately.

 For further information please contact Anne Thomson, Nurse Manager- Cardiology Department on 49850578 or anne.thomson@calvarymater.org.au 

WHY JOIN US?

CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current employees of NSW Health can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to CMN on commencement. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information. Working at CMN gives you access to a great range of benefits:

• Fitness Passport. 
• Gender Neutral parental leave
• Annual Leave Loading at 17.5 %
• Superannuation contributions at 11%
• ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
• Novated leasing available for eligible employees
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Generous Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay!

WHY NEWCASTLE, NSW?

Newcastle is a thriving city surrounded by magnificent natural scenery. Cosmopolitan and compact, we enjoy all the benefits of a global smart city including world class services and facilities, top-tier education and employment opportunities, all with an average commute time of 15 minutes. Discover inspirational living in a vibrant city that will inspire and delight. Visit Imagine Newcastle, here!

HOW DO YOU APPLY?

• Click ‘Apply for Job’ and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to:
• Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
• Attach a current resume.
• Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria.
• Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)

Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed, however you’ll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWCC checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role.
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.